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McKennon Law Prevails: Federal Court Denies Blue Cross’s Motion to Dismiss ERISA Health Benefits Lawsuit Challenging “Dental Care” Exclusion
In Rogers v. Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, the U.S. District Court for the Central District of California (Hon. Monica Ramirez Almadani) denied Blue Cross’s motion to dismiss an…
What to Look for in a Disability Claim Denial Letter and How It Affects Your Appeal
A disability claim denial letter is not simply a notice that benefits have been denied. It explains how the insurance company evaluated the claim, what policy provisions it relied upon,…
Protecting Your Rights in Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance Claims
Residents of Newport Beach often encounter complex insurance documents when enrolling in employee benefit packages or purchasing individual private plans. Among these documents, accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D) policies stand…
Robert J. McKennon Named a 2026 Super Lawyers Honoree for the 15th Consecutive Year
Robert J. McKennon, Managing Shareholder of McKennon Law, has once again been recognized as a Southern California Super Lawyer in Insurance Coverage, this time for the year 2026, marking his…
Peer Reviews vs. Independent Medical Examinations in ERISA Disability Claims: Understanding the Role and Impact of Review Processes on Claim Outcomes
Introduction The Employee Retirement Income Security Act (ERISA) establishes federal standards for private employer-sponsored disability benefit plans. An ERISA disability claim review involves several factors that can impact the review and result in a claim denial, including peer reviews and independent medical…
What to Do When Your Disability Insurance Claim Is Delayed
An Authoritative Guide for Policyholders Facing Unreasonable Insurance Claim Delays Insurance is designed to provide financial security and peace of mind during some of life’s most challenging moments. Yet, for…
How to File an Effective Long‑Term Disability Appeal in California
Receiving a denial letter for long‑term disability benefits creates significant financial and emotional strain for policyholders. In Newport Beach and throughout California, many individuals rely on these benefits to maintain…
2025 ERISA Year in Review: Five Pivotal Cases Reshaping Disability and Life Insurance Litigation
2025 ERISA Year in Review: Five Pivotal Cases Reshaping Disability and Life Insurance Litigation The landscape of ERISA litigation saw pivotal shifts in 2025, with federal courts increasingly scrutinizing the…
Unsuspected Diseases and the Pre-Existing Condition Exclusion Clause: A Claimant-Friendly Ruling in Johnson v. Reliance Standard
In the world of ERISA law, the “pre-existing condition” exclusion is often a battleground of policy interpretation and semantics. However, a recent decision by the United States Court of Appeals…
Understanding Breach of Fiduciary Duty and False Representations in ERISA Claims: A Look at Hamilton v. Logic20/20, Inc., et al.
In two significant rulings issued on the same day, the United States District Court for the Western District of Washington addressed key issues under the Employee Retirement Income Security Act…
